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It sounds like you are doing some formal "letters". At this age, he should be learning through play and other activities. Like others, DS knew is letters at 2 but we never "taught" them. He may be less likely to shut down if you simply play games and incorporate the letters, sing the alphabet song, etc. When you're out and about, point to a sign, emphasize the "S" sound in STOP, then say it begins with 'S'. Focus on things that interest him and he will naturally learn.

There are lots of activities he can do and learn at the same time. My son knew all his letter before 3. I bough him an alphabet puzzles, or activity books - dollar store. Does your son like video games? My son 4 has a kid's laptop age 5-7 that teaches kids while playing games. There's a website that's pretty good for games too - ABCmouse.com my son loves this site!

He's only 5. Yes, some kids do know their letters by this time, but others don't. My first son knew all his letters and sounds by age 3, whereas my second son was age 6 before he could recognise each letter in the alphabet. Every child develops at a different rate.

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